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iGaming Daily Brief — 13 November 2026
iGamingTV News Desk · 13 November 2026
The most important iGaming stories from the last 24 hours, summarized by iGamingTV.
Image: Yogonet International 1. Compliance
Isle of Man regulator calls on gambling licensees to bolster AML controls
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has instructed gambling operators to examine and strengthen their anti-money laundering controls. The move comes after the regulator issued updated risk guidance highlighting increased financial crime threats across the sector, with particular attention drawn to online gambling operations and business-to-business arrangements following the island's 2025 and 2026 National Risk Assessments.
Why it matters
Licensees in the Isle of Man may need to conduct formal reviews of their compliance frameworks, as regulators intensify oversight on business-to-business setups and online gambling operations.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
2. Operators
Aristocrat Leisure names Dafne Guisard as incoming chief executive
Aristocrat Leisure has chosen Dafne Guisard to replace Trevor Croker as chief executive in April 2027. Guisard arrived at the company in February from Entain to manage European operations from London. The leadership transition was announced alongside financial developments showing revenue expansion for Aristocrat's Interactive unit, accompanied by a 6.2 percent decline in segment profit.
Why it matters
This appointment outlines Aristocrat's long-term leadership trajectory while signaling the need to address falling divisional profitability within its Interactive branch despite ongoing European expansion efforts.
Source: CasinoBeats · Read original at CasinoBeats
Image: Yogonet International 3. Regulation
New York judge denies Novig request to stop state gambling enforcement
A federal judge in the Southern District of New York has turned down an attempt by sports prediction market platform Novig to stop state authorities from enforcing local gambling rules against it. Judge Colleen McMahon concluded that Novig sports event contracts fail to meet the definition of swaps under the Commodity Exchange Act, clearing New York to apply its gambling laws.
Why it matters
This ruling confirms that prediction market operators cannot automatically rely on federal commodities classifications to avoid New York gambling regulations, leaving similar sports contract platforms potentially subject to state oversight and enforcement.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
4. Business
Bet365 selects Carat UK for media planning and buying
Bet365 has selected Dentsu-owned Carat UK to direct its media buying and planning across the UK, concluding a 14-year partnership with Republic of Media. The choice follows a competitive review started in June and run by ID Comms to assess the operator UK media presence.
Why it matters
This appointment marks a strategic transition for Bet365 media operations in the UK, as bringing in a major agency network after 14 years could reshape how the operator competes for market visibility.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
Image: Yogonet International 5. Games
Wazdan adds 25 Magic Plums slot to portfolio
Wazdan has introduced 25 Magic Plums, expanding its range of fruit-themed games. The slot features the developer Hold the Jackpot bonus mechanic, providing three respins that reset whenever another symbol appears. Players who fill all 25 spaces secure a 1,000x Grand Jackpot, while landing a Cash Out symbol holds it on the reels across 15 spins.
Why it matters
This game release allows Wazdan to refresh its portfolio with popular hold-and-respin mechanics, helping partner operators retain slot players who seek layered bonus mechanics and fixed jackpot targets.
Source: Yogonet International · Read original at Yogonet International
6. Business
Codere Group reports higher Q3 revenue and EBITDA amid sale efforts
Codere Group recorded a 6% year-on-year increase in gaming revenue to €344m for the third quarter. The company, which concentrates on Spanish-speaking jurisdictions, also reported that adjusted EBITDA rose 39% to €65.4m. The operator has been seeking a purchaser since March this year, and the latest financial results have raised its expectations of finding prospective buyers.
Why it matters
For the company, stronger earnings and revenue growth could make it a more attractive acquisition target. Prospective buyers evaluating the business may view the sharp rise in adjusted EBITDA as evidence of improved operating performance.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
7. Regulation
Bulgaria progresses draft legislation to restrict gambling marketing
Bulgaria’s Council of Ministers has endorsed draft proposals introduced by Prime Minister Rumen Radev to curtail gambling marketing. The governing administration, headed by Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria party, initially released the measures for public consultation in October. The proposed framework includes reforms that would effectively prohibit all forms of gambling advertisements across the country.
Why it matters
For operators active in Bulgaria, this move could signal imminent, stringent marketing constraints. If the measures become law, businesses may face sweeping promotional bans that fundamentally alter how they acquire and retain domestic customers.
Source: SBC News · Read original at SBC News
Image: iGaming Business 8. Regulation
Uganda casino operators urge government to drop 15% player winnings tax
Land-based casino operators in Uganda have asked authorities to reconsider a 15% withholding tax levied on player winnings. According to the Uganda Gaming Operators Association, brick-and-mortar venues are unable to apply this withholding levy accurately. The trade body has requested that physical casinos remain solely under the current 30% gross gaming revenue tax framework.
Why it matters
For land-based venues, this challenge highlights operational difficulties in tracking physical payouts. If the withholding rule stands, operators could face significant compliance friction compared to managing the established gross revenue model.
Source: iGaming Business · Read original at iGaming Business
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